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Scott · 07-15-2003, 12:08 PM

I do on occasion, and have no choice. Most company-provided crew meals are boarded without charge at the appropriate time of day, however a union rep scans the trips and will add discretionary meals that are payroll-deducted. Don't remember the exact charges as they are aggregated monthly. Something like a max of $4 or $5 for dinner. UA probably has the best meal plan for it's pilots, as the entrees are F/C and the same customer special-request choices are available. I usually alternate between vegetarian and lighter-choice fish for L and D. Cold cereal is a perennial favorite for B. (Sorry, no Lucky Charms, Count Chocula, or Capt. Crunch) However, the former Shuttle 737's galley lacks an oven, so the cold deli-plates are nasty. Que Bueno, Quizno's, La Salsa, and other terminal favorites are the best bet.

07-15-2003, 12:08 PM	#7
Scott Insane Collector Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Escondido, Ca. USA Age: 50 Posts: 2,763	I do on occasion, and have no choice. Most company-provided crew meals are boarded without charge at the appropriate time of day, however a union rep scans the trips and will add discretionary meals that are payroll-deducted. Don't remember the exact charges as they are aggregated monthly. Something like a max of $4 or $5 for dinner. UA probably has the best meal plan for it's pilots, as the entrees are F/C and the same customer special-request choices are available. I usually alternate between vegetarian and lighter-choice fish for L and D. Cold cereal is a perennial favorite for B. (Sorry, no Lucky Charms, Count Chocula, or Capt. Crunch) However, the former Shuttle 737's galley lacks an oven, so the cold deli-plates are nasty. Que Bueno, Quizno's, La Salsa, and other terminal favorites are the best bet. __________________ Fly the Friendly Skies of United uniTED takes wing Feb 12, 2004